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Creamy Dill Potato Salad with Crispy Bacon

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A creamy and flavorful potato salad featuring tender Yukon Gold potatoes, fresh dill, and crispy bacon, perfect for summer BBQs and gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon
  • 1 cup mayonnaise (preferably full-fat)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, finely diced
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • Optional: chopped chives or green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place peeled, chopped Yukon Gold potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce to a simmer and cook until tender when pierced with a fork, about 12-15 minutes. Drain well in a colander and let cool slightly.
  2. While potatoes cook, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add 6 slices of thick-cut bacon and cook until crispy, about 8 minutes, flipping occasionally. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease. Once cool, crumble into bite-size pieces.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  4. Stir in 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh dill and 2 tablespoons finely diced red onion to the dressing.
  5. Gently fold the slightly warm potatoes into the dressing mixture. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. Fold in most of the crispy bacon, reserving a handful for garnish on top.
  7. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Just before serving, sprinkle the reserved bacon and optional chopped chives or green onions on top.

Notes

Do not overcook potatoes to prevent mushiness. Use fresh dill for best flavor. Chill salad for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld. Bacon grease can be saved for other uses. Salad can be made a day ahead and gently stirred before serving. For vegetarian option, omit bacon and add toasted sunflower seeds or crispy fried shallots.

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